OTTAWA, Nov. 4, 2012 /CNW/ - The Honourable Steven Blaney, Minister of
Veterans Affairs, today issued the following statement encouraging all
Canadians to take time to remember this Veterans' Week from November 5 to 11.

"Veterans' Week is a time when we pause to reflect on the courageous
efforts of the men and women in uniform who have served this country,
and those who continue to serve today. This week and throughout the
year, I call upon individuals and community groups from
coast-to-coast-to-coast to take time to remember.

"Canadians can engage in remembrance by joining our Canada Remembers Facebook page, following us on Twitter, or downloading the Veterans Matter mobile app. The online calendar of events section directs Canadians to
ceremonies and events in their communities. Across Canada, hundreds of
remembrance events and activities will be held to honour Veterans and
members of the Canadian Armed Forces. All of these features and much
more can now be found on the new 'I Remember' hub page atveterans.gc.ca.

"Throughout the past year, we have marked a number of significant
historical military milestones, including the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, the 95th anniversary of the capture of Passchendaele and the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid. Recognizing these important
anniversaries ensures that the stories of our Veterans will live on for
generations to come.

"This Veterans' Week, taking time to remember can be as simple as
wearing a poppy, talking to Veterans about their experiences or
attending a local ceremony. I encourage Canadians to find their own
personal way of honouring and remembering the contributions of Canada's
Veterans whose legacy is the peace and security we continue to enjoy
today."

Follow Veterans Affairs Canada on Twitter and tweet about how you
remember.

Change your Facebook profile picture to a poppy.

Blog, tweet or update your Facebook status about the importance of
remembrance.

Above all, we must vow never to forget. However you choose to remember,
be sure to share with everyone you know. Together, it is our duty to
pass on the legacy and keep the memories of our Canadian Veterans
alive.